To ensure seamless password synchronization, it is essential that the Active Directory usernames match their respective usernames in realsmart.

This software relies on third-party software to listen for password changes. We have thoroughly checked this software to ensure its safety. For further information about the program, visit their website at passwdhk.sourceforge.io.

Note: Before proceeding with the installation, ensure that your system has .NET 6 installed. You can download .NET 6 from here.

Installation Steps for Password Sync:

  1. Begin by running passwdhk-setup.msi to initiate the password listening process. Follow the installer's instructions as usual.

  2. Once installed, locate and open the "passwdHK configurator" program. A window similar to the following should appear:

  1. The key field we need to focus on is the "Post-change program" field. Click on "Browse" and navigate to the "PasswordHook.exe" file, which should be located in the same folder as the installer. After selecting the file, the field should display the file path, similar to the following (the value may vary depending on where you placed the folder):

  1. Before applying these changes, ensure that "Enable PasswdHk" is checked. Then, click on "Apply" and exit the configurator.

  2. Assuming that everything was successful, your password changes should now be automatically pushed to RealSmart.

If you encounter any errors or need further assistance, please contact support@realsmart.co.uk.